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How do you put a basement in an existing house?
First, the house must be lifted, the ground excavated and foundational support built.Then you must pour a new basement floor and build the basement wall structure. There is also the need to properly waterproof and insulate the basement structure. That’s the basic process to consider.
Can you dig down in a basement?
Also known as underpinning, basement lowering entails digging out the basement floor several feet down. This will add value to your home by ensuring the basement can easily be accessed and used. In addition, underpinning also enhances the integrity of the structure thus uplifting the face of your home.
